Wellness
Impact of Major Depressive Disorder on Brain Development in Teenage Girls
A study looked at the connection between neural systems and resilience, in determining the development of major depressive disorder in adolescent girls. Major depressive
Harnessing Bacteria and Viruses: A Revolutionary Approach to Cancer Therapy
Bacteria, they’re just like us, eh? Well not really, but one of the features we do share, is that viruses love to hijack our
Exploring the Benefits of Complementary Therapies for Headache Relief
A comprehensive review of studies assessing the effectiveness of complementary therapies for headache found that acupuncture, massage, yoga, biofeedback therapy and meditation seem to
Revolutionizing Leprosy Treatment: Can Multi-Drug Therapy Finally Eradicate the Disease?
Leprosy is a worldwide disease. Unfortunately, efforts to eradicate this debilitating illness have stalled. This overview calls for a worldwide coalition towards a zero-case
Understanding Generics and Pseudo-Generics: The Battle for Consumer Dollars Explained
The release of pseudo-generics, or ‘fake’ generic drugs, allows drug developers to maintain market share over a niche market of drug consumers but also
Impact of Asthma on COVID-19 Severity: What You Need to Know
Researchers state that people with asthma do not seem to be at a higher risk of COVID-19, but more studies are needed. In a
Revolutionary New Drug Offers Hope in the Fight Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria
Researchers evaluate the promising results of a new drug candidate, SAAP-148, giving new hope in overcoming drug-resistant bacteria. The rise of drug-resistant bacteria has
Mediterranean Diet Lowers Gestational Diabetes Risk for Expecting Mothers
Eating a Mediterranean diet during pregnancy can potentially reduce the risk of developing gestational diabetes, study finds Diet is very important especially during pregnancy.
Exploring Cultural Influence on Psychological Testing: Impacts and Considerations
Cultural influence plays a significant role in neuropsychological testing, causing variation in results when data are compared across countries. The authors of this study
Understanding Crohn’s Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
What is Crohn’s disease? Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease that affects the lining of the digestive tract. It is a rare disease,
The Impact of Diet on Helicobacter Pylori Treatment: What You Need to Know
Scientists examined whether diet may be affecting the success of Helicobacter pylori treatment, and looked at whether nutrients such as cholesterol and omega-3 fatty
Understanding Celiac Disease Misdiagnosis: Why Gluten Sensitivity Symptoms May Be Misinterpreted
Non-celiac gluten sensitivity conditions and wheat allergies mimic symptoms experienced by individuals with celiac disease. This imitation has led to incorrect diagnoses and management
The Importance of Continuing to Flatten the Curve for Public Health and Safety
A recent study used data to assess the link between daily ICU and non-ICU COVID-19 hospital bed use and overall COVID-19 mortality, supporting efforts
Addressing Sex Differences in Alzheimer’s Research: A Call for Increased Focus
Many medical conditions affect men and women differently. A new study investigates the role of sex in Alzheimer’s disease in hopes of optimizing diagnosis
The Hidden Link Between Global Warming and Increased Risk of Renal Disease
A team of South Australian researchers thinks that hotter temperatures might be linked to increased rates of renal disease. There’s nothing like spending a
Uncovering Chronic Kidney Disease: How Genetic Testing Can Reveal Hidden Causes
Researchers in the USA investigated how genetic testing can help in the diagnosis and management of chronic kidney disease in some patients. The kidneys
Exploring the Connection Between Gum Disease and Hypertension: What You Need to Know
Recently researchers established the linearly related link between gum disease and hypertension. High blood pressure is a complex disease that affects almost 45% of
Exploring the Connection Between Alcohol Consumption and Stress Relief
A study published in the journal Alcohol investigated the biological effects of alcohol and stress on mice. In the United States, 25% of people
The Hidden Risks of Off-Label Antidepressant Prescribing: A Lack of Scientific Evidence
A study published in the British Medical Journal examined the prevalence and scientific support for off-label antidepressant prescriptions. They conclude that antidepressant prescriptions for
L’Arsenic dans le Riz et Son Impact sur la Stéatose Hépatique : Ce Que Vous Devez Savoir
Une étude récente aux États Unis aexaminé comment l’exposition à l’arsenic dans le riz peut exposer certains individus au risque de la stéatose hépatique